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Have already spoken to representative of bar company and has asked for documentation , definitely not overloaded as vehicle and van weighed before starting the trip, apparently if the incorrect type of coolant is used, even in a small amount, corrosion can occur, vehicle had complete coolant flush 6k ago when front hoses including thermostat replacedQuote:
Originally Posted by donh54
Questions have been and will be asked!!!
TDV6 crank and crank bearing failures
Also a common(ish) issue with SDV6. Repairers (particularly LRA), will always look to lay blame on other factors that may or may not of caused problem...
Note: general statement, not specifically targeted.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bobc163
I’ve been looking at the protruding air flow “increaser” (protruding element) that’s removed when you want to use the recovery point, and it’s not insignificant. It’s removed by both bull bar installations and under trays such as APT, and it’s impact to air that enters the radiator would not be insignificant. Without it a significant amount of air would find it easier to pass under the vehicle than being “trapped” and forced under the vehicle.
I understand a number of factors have combined to (potentially) cause this failure, but I can see how this element impacts cooling performance.
Conversely crank failure is unfortunately common (common in the terms of it just shouldn’t happen) in this vehicle, and it does feel like this engine is living on the edge and doesn’t have enough contingency built into its design.
All that said, I’ve reviewed the factory bull bar and while it does have an element of protrusion, I question how much and whether it’s much improvement than aftermarket.
Awaiting flaming
Have you asked any questions of the engine tuner?
I assume that the reason these are never repaired is the cost of parts (if you could get part numbers and supply) and that lack of any method from the factory in the form of a workshop manual with rebuild instructions? It’s the first car (I’ve) come across where this isn’t possible.
Is this engine only cost?Quote:
Originally Posted by Bobc163
Is this the new from LR price?
It must be possible to find good second hand from wreckers or eBay noting how many wrecks there are displayed (triumph spares)
In general a good transplant should beat a rebuild cost unless you are doing labour yourself (assuming also kits were available)
Total cost and is a second hand motor with low ks and warranty
Lets hope this one doesn't spit the crank out as well.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bobc163
Are they going to drop the sump on the replacement motor to check that it is all good to go or are they just going to chuck it into the truck and hope for the best?
Too many of these go pop. One fairly recently just before or after its 1st service. At 116,000km JLR should cover most of the cost. The motor properly serviced should last much longer.
$17.5k for a secondhand motor! Thats rediculous. I would want a brand new crate motor for that.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bobc163